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I asked ChatGPT what’s the chance of a stock market crash?

| Alan Oscroft

Fears of a stock market crash might have calmed down a bit from recent panics. But high valuations remain a…

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Here’s the number 1 FTSE 100 stock of ISA millionaires

| John Fieldsend

A report revealed the most popular stocks that ISA millionaires held, and the number one position is a familiar FTSE…

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FTSE 100 dividend shares are set to pay out nearly £80bn in 2025! Here’s how to get some

| Alan Oscroft

Here's why UK dividend shares could be the best in the world for generating the cash flow to fund our…

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Will UK shares be a safe haven if the AI bubble bursts?

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers considers whether owning UK shares might provide some protection if the AI hype machine breaks down. He also…

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Looking to cash in on a volatile gold price? Here’s what investors need to know

| Stephen Wright

The price of gold has left the stock market in the dust over the last year. But as prices falter,…

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Why every passive income investor should have REITs on their radar

| Stephen Wright

Real estate investment trusts don’t have to pay tax on cash returned to investors. And that can be a big…

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After surging 1,243% is this still one of the best stocks to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian continues his hunt for the best stocks to buy, and zooms in on an explosive winner to see…

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Has the Rolls-Royce share price started the long slide down?

| Christopher Ruane

After a stunning few years, the Rolls-Royce share price has retreated from last month's all-time high. Could that be a…

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7.9% yield! Is the third-largest dividend in the FTSE 100 one to consider snapping up today?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This FTSE 100 financial titan could be a passive income goldmine for long-term investors, but is the risk worth the…

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£250k in savings? Discover how to unlock up to a £21,000 second income overnight

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Even with UK shares at an all-time high, there are still phenomenal yields on offer that can instantly unlock an…

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What’s worse than a stock market crash?

| Stephen Wright

A lot of investors think the stock market looks expensive. But Stephen Wright says they should be more concerned about…

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Could this penny stock be a millionaire-maker at 38p?

| Ben McPoland

The business behind this intriguing penny stock just announced it’s harvested a bumper crop from its English vineyards.

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Diageo’s down 50%! Is Warren Buffett’s old stock pick now a bargain?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Diageo’s one of the few UK shares in Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway portfolio. And with the stock tanking, is this…

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How big does an ISA need to be for someone to quit work and retire early?

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland explores how long it might realistically take to reach financial freedom investing regularly in a Stocks and Shares…

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How much do you need in a SIPP to aim for a £43,900 pension income?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian breaks down how smart investors can use a SIPP to potentially become more than 7.5 times richer than…

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Forecast: analysts say this forgotten FTSE 100 stock will smash Nvidia shares over the next year!

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is wary about the Nvidia share price after such a strong run but tempted by a FTSE 100…

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How much passive income do you need from your ISA to retire at 60?

| Dr. James Fox

The Stocks and Shares ISA is an excellent vehicle for building wealth and drawing a passive income for retirement. Dr…

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Looking to beat the market? Quantum computing could lift Alphabet shares even higher…

| Dr. James Fox

Quantum computing has caught the eye of many an investor in 2025. Dr James Fox believes Alphabet shares could be…

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I asked ChatGPT where Lloyds shares will be in 1 year. Here’s what it said…

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares have outperformed most analysts' expectations over the past 12 months. Dr James Fox explores ChatGPT’s predictions.

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It’s never too late to start a SIPP… but earlier is better

| Dr. James Fox

The SIPP is a great vehicle for building wealth over the long run and eventually drawing a retirement income. Dr…

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With a yield of 9%, is this FTSE 100 dividend stock simply too good to ignore?

| Paul Summers

This cheap stock boasts the highest yield in the FTSE 100. But is there a chance it may be cut…

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Warren Buffett’s made billions in nervous markets. Here’s how!

| Christopher Ruane

While volatile stock markets can be scary even for experienced investors, Warren Buffett has learned how to use them to…

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Should I buy growth or value stocks in 2026?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer explains why abandoning simplistic, binary concepts related to value and growth stocks can lead to market-beating returns.

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Could the Tesla stock price shatter the $500 barrier?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer sees both sides of the coin when trying to understand the current Tesla stock price. Could the prospect…

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Could the FTSE 100 be headed for a crash? Here’s my plan!

| Christopher Ruane

The FTSE 100 has had a brilliant 2025 to date, albeit a volatile one. Can it last? Our writer's not…

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These penny shares are crushing the market in 2025, but they might still be cheap!

| Alan Oscroft

Penny shares often bring volatility risk to our investments. But we can also see some scorching recoveries when they head…

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The 3 largest dividend stock holdings in my rapidly-growing retirement portfolio are…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

In recent years, these three dividend stocks have provided prolific returns for Edward Sheldon, boosting his retirement savings significantly.

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By 2026, Greggs could be serving up annual passive income of…

| Ben McPoland

Greggs' shares have crashed nearly 50% in a little over 12 months! Do they now offer as much value as…

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As gold stocks falter, here are 3 ideas to consider

| Stephen Wright

Concern about US dollar debasement has driven gold stocks higher. Stephen Wright sets out three potential strategies for investors to…

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With a 15.1% discount and 8.7% yield, is this penny stock worth considering for growth and passive income?

| James Beard

James Beard considers a passive income stock that's listed on the Alternative Investment Market and currently trading at a discount…

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This FTSE income stock could smash Lloyds and Legal & General shares over the next 12 months, according to analysts

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Lloyds and Legal & General are massively popular income stocks right now, but if analysts are right, they could soon…

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Meet the S&P 500 stock I’ve just added to my portfolio

| Stephen Wright

Insurance markets are tough at the moment, but Stephen Wright thinks this could be a rare chance to buy a…

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Phoenix share price may be flat, but its 8.3% yield could build a strong second income

| Andrew Mackie

The Phoenix share price has gone nowhere in five years, but its market-beating dividend yield could still deliver solid passive…

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How much do you need to invest to target a £1,000-a-month second income?

| Stephen Wright

Investing early can dramatically cut down the amount someone needs to target a second income of £1,000 a month. Stephen…

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3 FTSE 100 stalwarts to consider ahead of possible ISA changes

| James Beard

It’s been rumoured that the government wants to encourage people to hold more British stocks in their ISAs. James Beard's…

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3 UK shares I own for superb passive dividend income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian dives into three UK shares he’s added to his passive income portfolio, with one that’s already doubled its…

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My top 3 FTSE 100 shares for passive income investors to consider

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley explains why he thinks these three FTSE 100 shares could provide spectacular dividend returns for years to come.

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At 6.3p, could this penny stock be a millionaire-maker?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This under-the-radar penny stock is potentially perfectly positioned to skyrocket in a brand new industry on track to reach $200bn…

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How much money do you need to invest in a Stocks and Shares ISA if aiming to retire a millionaire?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian breaks down exactly how much money it could take for investors to build a £1m Stocks and Shares…

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Here’s when the next stock market crash will happen, according to this billionaire investor!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Worried about a stock market crash? Discover how to prepare for the worst and position a portfolio to aim for…

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